Physalis peruviana

Also Known As

Cape Gooseberry

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

9a-11

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Physalis peruviana plant details

Physalis peruviana is a broadleaf evergreen annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge followed by brown and orange fruit. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Physalis peruviana

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Physalis peruviana

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A shrubby fruiting perennial. Broadly arrow shaped dark green toothed felty leaves are borne on hairy stems to form a sprawling shrub. Throughout the warmer months small (2cm) edible bright orange tomato like fruit, enclosed in papery cases, are produced. Fantastic stewed with apple.